Events

The Vagina Monologues • February 23 • 7 p.m.

On February 23, join Dina’s Dwellings for an all-female production of Eve Ensler’s powerful interview-based play, The Vagina Monologues. This production is part of a global series of events recognizing 20 years of the movement to end violence against all women and girls.

This 75-minute performance will be followed by a panel discussion with some of the foremost leaders in Middlesex county’s movement against violence towards women and children.

The 5th annual Jazzin’ for Funds will be held on Monday, Oct 29, 2018, 6 – 8:30 p.m., at Delta’s Restaurant in New Brunswick. The Town Clock Community Development Corporation is a nonprofit that addresses the severe need for permanent, affordable housing for domestic violence victims. First Reformed Church in New Brunswick underwent an extensive renovation to convert the historic four story building to include Town Clock CDC’s main project, Dina’s Dwellings, ten apartment units of affordable, permanent housing to ensure that women and children can safely leave abusive situations for good.

Jazzin’ for Funds is the annual fundraiser to support programming at Dina’s Dwellings. Programs for residents include case management, monthly community dinners, art therapy, yoga, seasonal activities, a food pantry and Sally’s Closet, a clothing and toiletries resource for women and children.

Town Clock CDC Executive Director Susan Kramer- Mills said, “Jazzin’ for Funds is our main fundraiser, which helps us help our residents. It creates the funding base for the extensive support and unique programming that we offer. And, it is a fundraiser that has the feel of a party. Bring friends and just have a great evening listening to jazz.”

Jazzin’ for Funds tickets are on sale now for $50. This evening will features Southern cuisine, wine, jazz music, 50/50 and raffle of wonderful prizes donated by local businesses. Entertainment for the evening provided by the Stephen Yee Quartet.

Sponsorship opportunities are currently available for corporations, organizations or individuals who would like to support Jazzin’ for Funds and Town Clock CDC’s mission.

Come get the scoop about Town Clock CDC at Elmwood Cemetery. Join us for an afternoon stroll through the serene Victorian grounds of Elmwood Cemetery, North Brunswick, learn about our upcoming project, and enjoy delicious free ice cream.

We view a part of our mission as sharing knowledge and information in order to end the cycle of domestic violence. If you have a group or organization, which would be interested in hearing about these issues, please contact us.

Several houses of worship have approached our Executive Director to come and speak this year about homelessness, domestic violence and the changes in programming, which are helping us to understand better the effects of trauma. We are excited about spreading this knowledge. Here is a list of when the next presentations will be: